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The latest NBA, MLB and NFL coverage. Breaking news, trades, injuries, highlights, videos and moreJoe Aribo: The Contenders to Sign the Charlton Midfielder & Who He Might Joinhttps://www.12up.com/posts/6375461-joe-aribo-the-contenders-to-sign-the-charlton-midfielder-who-he-might-join?utm_source=RSS
12up Editorial1930322d93179595008fd1f3cdb234f3Join ​The 22-year-old is subject of interest from a number of clubs this summer, with his current Charlton deal set to expire at the end of June. Showing his quality through the League One season, he has netted 10 times whilst contributing to five assists. Whilst he's earned rave reviews for his technical ability as well as his athletic qualities, there is no doubt Aribo is the next young talent who could leave the Addicks. Jonjo Shelvey, Joe Gomez, Ademola Lookman, Ezri Konsa and Karlan...Sat, 25 May 2019 13:30:41 +0000Aston Villa vs Derby County Preview: Where to Watch, Live Stream, Kick Off Time & Team Newshttps://www.12up.com/posts/6376190-aston-villa-vs-derby-county-preview-where-to-watch-live-stream-kick-off-time-team-news?utm_source=RSS
12up Editorial37f54c72dac23fd12c862efe86dc2102News ​Dubbed the richest game in football, Aston Villa take on Derby County in this season's Championship play-off final for a place in next season's Premier League. With an estimated £170m awaiting the winner at Wembley, it's a game that represents more than money, as the pair look to battle it out for a return to England's top tier for the 2019/20 campaign. That is why we love the play-offs. WHAT A GAME @SkyBetChamp play-off final confirmed ✓ @AVFCOfficial v @dcfcofficial  27th May ⏱ 3pm...Sat, 25 May 2019 13:25:04 +0000Championship Playoff Final: 7 of the Best Editions Ever of Football's 'Richest' Gamehttps://www.12up.com/posts/6376195-championship-playoff-final-7-of-the-best-editions-ever-of-football-s-richest-game?utm_source=RSS
12up Editorial6e0b0f87fb01f20f3d82a327a07883b4​It has been described as 'the richest game in sports', and that has often been true as much in terms of footballing spectacle as of the (reported) £170m reward that awaits the winner. The Championship playoff final is upon us once again, with Aston Villa looking to reclaim their place in the Premier League against Derby County. Whether it is the huge financial imperative or the sheer passion involved in taking to the field at Wembley Stadium to fight for promotion, there is something about...Sat, 25 May 2019 13:13:48 +0000Sergio Ramos: The Contenders to Sign Him & Where He Might End Uphttps://www.12up.com/posts/6375695-sergio-ramos-the-contenders-to-sign-him-where-he-might-end-up?utm_source=RSS
12up Editorial12572c08d76b15fa703c510448f540fed Up ​Sergio Ramos is truly one of Real Madrid's greatest ever players. He has led his side to three consecutive Champions League wins. His brilliant defending, leadership skills and ability to score decisive goals over the years have made him a legend at the Bernabéu. Despite all this, Ramos now finds himself at a crossroads. The 2018/19 season was a disastrous one for both him and the club. Real ended the season trophyless and finished it having had three different managers - Julen Lopetegui,...Sat, 25 May 2019 12:26:33 +0000David Bentley Recalls 'Black Eyes and Fights' in Brutal Arsenal Training Sessionshttps://www.12up.com/posts/6376100-david-bentley-recalls-black-eyes-and-fights-in-brutal-arsenal-training-sessions?utm_source=RSS
12up Editorial3ebf8dd49cea27b258ae9d26c0a0e287​In a career that saw him play for the likes of Arsenal, Tottenham and FK Rostov, David Bentley has revealed that an altercation between Kolo Toure and Pascal Cygan was the "worst fight he's ever seen". Bentley - who has since retired from football - began his career with the Gunners, with him making his first-team debut in 2003 at a time that the north London club were regarded as among the very best in the country. The former winger eventually left the club permanently in 2006...Sat, 25 May 2019 11:32:16 +0000Virgil van Dijk Explains Why He's No Longer Nervous Ahead of Champions League Finalhttps://www.12up.com/posts/6376150-virgil-van-dijk-explains-why-he-s-no-longer-nervous-ahead-of-champions-league-final?utm_source=RSS
12up Editorialf49bead3136a845cbeb61c09a6f599ce​Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk has insisted he doesn't feel nervous ahead of major games, as the Reds prepare for their Champions League final against Tottenham. After narrowly missing out on their first league title in 29 years, Liverpool still have the chance to finish the season with silverware in the shape of the Champions League. They take on fellow Premier League side Tottenham at the Wanda Metropolitano in a week's time in a bid to win the competition for a sixth time. Focus ...Sat, 25 May 2019 11:03:02 +0000Dietmar Hamann Backs 'Freak' Matthijs de Ligt to Replace Vincent Kompany at Manchester Cityhttps://www.12up.com/posts/6376116-dietmar-hamann-backs-freak-matthijs-de-ligt-to-replace-vincent-kompany-at-manchester-city?utm_source=RSS
12up Editoriald67d9c28c0ab0d4c07115921138f72d3​Former Manchester City star Dietmar Hamann has admitted that the club have 'a huge hole' to fill following Vincent Kompany's departure - and suggested that Matthijs de Ligt should replace the Belgian. Kompany captained Pep Guardiola's side to an unprecedented treble before announcing that he would be departing the Premier League champions after 11 years in Manchester to rejoin former club Anderlecht as player-manager. Head of Youth Coaching Simon Davies moves from Man City to Anderlecht. He...Sat, 25 May 2019 10:31:16 +0000Laurent Koscielny Considering Emirates Exit as Arsenal Weigh Up Move for Barcelona Defenderhttps://www.12up.com/posts/6376105-laurent-koscielny-considering-emirates-exit-as-arsenal-weigh-up-move-for-barcelona-defender?utm_source=RSS
12up Editorial376f54553558ee6b63435309ca1fe0d8​Arsenal captain Laurent Koscielny is considering leaving the club this summer after talks over a new deal with the club hit a brick wall. The 33-year-old has been one of the club's most consistent performers ever since arriving at Emirates Stadium in 2010, joining in an £11m deal from French side Lorient. Koscielny has a contract at Arsenal until 2020 and has even been in talks to extend his deal, but L'Equipe (via The Mirror) claim that the three-time FA Cup winner is now tempted by a move...Sat, 25 May 2019 10:29:12 +0000Everton Set to Receive Up to £5m in Sell-On Money if Man Utd Sell Romelu Lukaku This Summerhttps://www.12up.com/posts/6376071-everton-set-to-receive-up-to-5m-in-sell-on-money-if-man-utd-sell-romelu-lukaku-this-summer?utm_source=RSS
12up Editorial0617320f82735bcb0d8897d9e0113bc8​Everton will earn a healthy boost to their transfer kitty if Romelu Lukaku completes a move away from Manchester United this summer, with the Toffees set to collect around £5m in sell on fees if the Belgian completes his proposed move to Inter. Lukaku completed a £75m move from Everton just two years ago but has quickly found himself under fire from the Manchester United faithful. The forward has been lampooned for his poor first touch and singled out as a flop, despite scoring 42 goals in...Sat, 25 May 2019 09:49:58 +0000Dani Alves Backs Neymar to Stay at Paris Saint-Germain Rather Than Return to 'Ego-Guided' Barcelonahttps://www.12up.com/posts/6376081-dani-alves-backs-neymar-to-stay-at-paris-saint-germain-rather-than-return-to-ego-guided-barcelona?utm_source=RSS
12up Editorial488aa4578406979869f3aab29823e842​Dani Alves has claimed that Neymar is 'very obsessed' with winning and admitted that the Brazilian is 'not happy' at PSG, but insisted he expects his teammate to stay put in the French capital. Having regularly been the subject of transfer speculation since completing his move from Barcelona to the Parc des Princes in 2017, Neymar's future with the Ligue 1 champions is likely to be called into question once more this summer. FULL-TIME: @PSG_English end the season with a defeat.#SDRPSG...Sat, 25 May 2019 09:36:37 +0000